LOS ANGELES, Nov. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Linksys®, celebrating thirty years of networking and WiFi innovation for the home and business, is honored with J.D. Power Award for ranking highest in overall customer satisfaction for wireless (WiFi) routers.

"To be recognized by J.D. Power for excellence in this category is a testament to our core principle of putting consumer experience first," said Steve Malony, GM & VP, Belkin International. "We believe that WiFi is the connective tissue of the world and strive to bring the best networking experience to people everywhere."

The 2018 Wireless Router Satisfaction Report, now in its fourth year, is based on responses from current owners of wireless routers who purchased their device during the 12-month period prior to report fielding in October 2018.

The Linksys brand has pioneered wireless connectivity since its inception in 1988 with its leading innovation and engineering strategies, and best-in-class technology, design and customer service. Linksys enables a connected lifestyle for people at home, at work and on the move, and with its award-winning products, simplifies home control, entertainment, security and Internet access through innovative features and a growing application and partner ecosystem. For more information, visit linksys.com, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn or watch us on YouTube. In 2018, Foxconn Interconnect Technology (FIT) merged with Belkin International (Belkin®, Linksys®, Wemo®, Phyn®) to create a global consumer electronics leader. FIT is a leading global solutions provider cultivating connectivity for a better world. Today, this group leads in connecting people with technologies at home, at work and on the go within the accessories ("Connected Things" – belkin brand) and the smart home ("Connected Home" – Linksys, Wemo and Phyn brands) markets.

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About J.D. Power

J.D. Power is a global leader in consumer insights, advisory services and data and analytics. These capabilities enable J.D. Power to help its clients drive customer satisfaction, growth and profitability. Established in 1968, J.D. Power is headquartered in Costa Mesa, Calif., and has offices serving North/South America, Asia Pacific and Europe. J.D. Power is a portfolio company of XIO Group, a global alternative investments and private equity firm headquartered in London, and is led by its four founders: Athene Li, Joseph Pacini, Murphy Qiao and Carsten Geyer.